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April 2012
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Famous Tax Evaders
April 11, 2012 by Leila Taha“Our new Constitution is now established, and has an appearance that promises permanency; but in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Those words were written by Benjamin Franklin in 1789, and there's still a great deal...
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- In these groups:
- Infamous Mobsters
- Ugly Inside and Out
- Famous Capricorns
Al Capone
Organized Crime Boss / 1899 - 1947
A child from an Italian immigrant family, Al Capone (a.k.a. 'Scarface') rose to infamy as the leader of the Chicago mafia during the Prohibition era.
- In these groups:
- Tax Truants
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous People Born in 1920
Leona Helmsley
Business Leader / 1920 - 2007
Leona Helmsley was a New York real estate tycoon whose legal troubles were as well known as her successes.
- In these groups:
- Vampires
- Gap-Toothed Grinners
- Onscreen Superheroes
Wesley Snipes
Film Actor / 1962 -
Wesley Snipes is an actor known for his action roles in such films as Blade and Passenger 57 and for his trouble with the law over unpaid taxes.
- In these groups:
- Country Music Outlaws
- Country Legends
- USO Entertainers
Willie Nelson
Animal Rights Activist, Songwriter, Singer / 1933 -
Willie Nelson is a country singer and songwriter best known for hit songs including “Crazy” and “On the Road Again.”
Sophia Loren
Film Actress, Television Actress, Pin-up / 1934 -
Sophia Loren is an Academy Award-winning Italian actress. A striking beauty, Loren is often listed among the world's all time most attractive women.
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Posthumous Props
April 26, 2012 by Leila TahaAmong the many, many artists who struggle to become famous, only a small handful succeed. And an even smaller group succeeds posthumously. Whether it's due to the...
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- In these groups:
- Famous Academics
- Famous Pisceans
- Famous Mathematicians
Nicolaus Copernicus
Mathematician, Astronomer / 1473 - 1543
Astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus identified the concept of a heliocentric solar system, in which the sun, rather than the earth, is the center of the solar system.
- In these groups:
- Famous Recluses
- Famous Sagittarians
- Famous People Named Emily
Emily Dickinson
Poet / 1830 - 1886
While never popular in her lifetime, Emily Dickinson has become one of the most widely known, most revered poets in history.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lefties
- Famous Aquarians
- Famous Pianists
Wolfgang Mozart
Songwriter, Pianist / 1756 - 1791
A prolific artist, Austrian composer Wolfgang Mozart created a string of operas, concertos, symphonies and sonatas that profoundly shaped classical music.
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- Imbibers
- Famous Arians
- Famous Painters
Vincent van Gogh
Painter / 1853 - 1890
Vincent van Gogh is considered the greatest Dutch painter after Rembrandt, although he remained poor and virtually unknown throughout his life.
- In these groups:
- Aviation Accident Victims
- Famous People Who Died in Accidents
- Famous Virgoans
Otis Redding
Songwriter, Singer / 1941 - 1967
Otis Redding’s career was cut short when he died in a plane crash in 1967. His song “(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay” became his first and only No. 1 hit in 1968.
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BIO Pics: Great American Baseball Players
April 4, 2012 by Josh MapesThe start of spring signals the beginning of another year of Major League Baseball. As sports fans look forward to another season, join BIO in looking back at the...
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- In these groups:
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Geminis
- Famous Baseball Players
Lou Gehrig
Baseball Player / 1903 - 1941
Hall of Fame first baseman Lou Gehrig played for the New York Yankees in the 1920s and 1930s, setting the mark for consecutive games played. He died of ALS in 1941.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Celebrity Enlistees
- African-American Firsts: Athletes
Jackie Robinson
Baseball Player / 1919 - 1972
Jackie Robinson became the first African-American to play major league baseball, becoming Rookie of the Year in 1947, National League MVP in 1949 and a World Series champ in 1955.
- In these groups:
- Famous Cancerians
- Famous Baseball Players
- Famous People Named Joseph
Shoeless Joe Jackson
Baseball Player / 1887 - 1951
Joe Jackson was a top major league baseball player during the early 20th century who was ousted from the sport for his alleged role in game fixing.
- In these groups:
- Imbibers
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Lefties
Babe Ruth
Baseball Player / 1895 - 1948
Legendary baseball player Babe Ruth led the Red Sox to three championships, including the 1916 title which saw him pitch a still-record 13 scoreless innings.
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- The Ed Sullivan Show Guests
- Famous Virgoans
- Famous People Named Roger
Roger Maris
Athlete / 1934 - 1985
American baseball player Roger Maris hit 61 home runs in 1961 to break the single-season record held by the legendary Babe Ruth.
- In these groups:
- Famous Lookalikes
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Capricorns
Dizzy Dean
Baseball Player / 1911 - 1974
Dizzy Dean was a Major League Baseball pitcher who led the St. Louis Cardinals to World Series victory in 1937.
- In these groups:
- Baseball Nicknames
- Famous Lefties
- Famous Sagittarians
Ty Cobb
Baseball Player / 1886 - 1961
Ty Cobb was a Hall of Fame professional baseball player known for his toughness and for being a fierce competitor. -
Photo of the Week: Name That Chemist
April 30, 2012 by Julien McNabThe producers at BIO.com review hundreds of photos of famous figures each week, from award-winning actors and popular singers, to headliners and scandal-makers...
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Margaret Thatcher
Prime Minister / 1925 - 2013
The first female prime minister of Britain, Margaret Thatcher was a controversial figurehead of conservative ideology during her time in office.
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Barbra Streisand: Singing in the Movies
April 24, 2012 by Josh MapesBarbra Streisand, the best-selling female recording artist in the United States and winner of the Academy Award for Best Actress, celebrates her 70th birthday today...
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President Obama Slow Jams & James Cameron Gets Spacey
April 27, 2012 by Eudie PakBiography.com has launched a new feature we're calling "Week in Review," which highlights interesting people who've made the news this past week—thanks to their endeavors, big ideas, triumphs, or magnanimous gaffes.
While there were many people to...
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- In these groups:
- Famous Fathers
- Nobel Peace Prize Winners
- Famous Lefties
Barack Obama
Lawyer, U.S. President, U.S. Representative / 1961 -
Barack Obama is the 44th and current president of the United States, and the first African American to serve as U.S. president. First elected to the presidency in 2008, he won a second term in 2012.
- In these groups:
- Best Director Oscar Winners
- Best Picture Oscar Winners
- Famous Leos
James Cameron
Director, Producer / 1954 -
Oscar-winning director James Cameron is best known for the highly acclaimed, box-office hits Aliens (1986), Titanic (1997) and Avatar (2009).
John Edwards
U.S. Representative / 1953 -
John Edwards served in the U.S. Senate from 1998 to 2004. He was the Democratic vice-presidential nominee in the 2004 election, and twice ran for president.
